Description
.50 Caliber (.500) 300 Grain Plated Bullets
Our 300 Grain .50 Caliber Plated Bullets feature a Round Nose Flat Point / Flat Base design with a cannelure. These bullets begin as lead cores that are swaged to a precise starting weight. These cores then undergo a multi-step heavy copper plating process that deposits approximately 0.008″ of copper. This copper plating completely encompasses the lead core. These plated bullets are then restruck to exact dimensions and visually inspected. This process delivers consistent .50 caliber plated bullets batch after batch, ensuring your shots are right on target every time. These plated bullets offer a great balance between quality and value, allowing you to shoot the same bullet during practice that you would during a match without blowing your budget.
The typical plating thickness of plated bullets on the market today is 0.003-0.006 inches. The heavy plating of our bullets, 0.008 inches, is a distinct advantage over others. This thicker total copper jacket allows you to achieve FMJ velocities without the cost. You may also see these bullets referred to as Total Metal Jacket (TMJ) or Complete Metal Jacket (CMJ) bullets.
Not only are plated bullets less expensive than traditional FMJ bullets, but they are also cleaner and safer to shoot. Why? The plating fully encapsulates the lead. With FMJs the base of the bullet contains exposed lead that will vaporize when the round is fired. This is eliminated with plated bullets.
Looking for something different? We suggest taking a look at our full selection of plated bullets
We recommend using comparable bullet loading data from a reliable source as a starting point. Increase your powder load incrementally until you achieve your desired power and accuracy.
This is not loaded ammunition.
Specifications:
| Caliber | 50 Caliber |
| Sizing | .500 |
| Weight | 300 Grains |
| Bullet Design | Round Nose Flat Point / Flat Base w/ Cannelure |
This product contains Lead. Exposure to lead can be harmful to your health and is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
gregdr01 (verified owner) –
There aren’t a whole lot of choices for plated bullets in 500 caliber for 500S&W (with cannelure), so when I found EGB’s 300-grain option, I jumped at the chance. Delivery was prompt, and the bullets spec’ed well: size/weight were very consistent (if a tiny bit over, at 305gr — at least they were consistently that!). Biggest proof is in the load, and there these bullets didn’t disappoint, especially sitting on top of one of my favorite powders for 500S&W, Enforcer. Accuracy out of my 3.5″, 8.375″ and 10.5″ revolvers (and 20″ T/C) was stellar, and zero issue with the plating, even at the 2,000+ fps velocity seen out of the T/C. I’m already planning my next order… now if they’d just offer 350gr and 500gr options!
gregdr01 (verified owner) –
There aren’t a whole lot of choices for plated bullets in 500 caliber for 500S&W (with cannelure), so when I found EGB’s 300-grain option, I jumped at the chance. Delivery was prompt, and the bullets spec’ed well: size/weight were very consistent (if a tiny bit over, at +1gr to +2gr). Best proof is in the loads, and there these bullets didn’t disappoint, especially sitting on top of H110 or Enforcer. Accuracy out was exceptional, and zero issue with the plating, even at the 2,000+ fps velocity seen out of a 20″ barrel T/C. I’ve already placed my second order… now if they’d just offer 350gr and 500gr options!